Biologic Fish Skin Bandage for Healing Burns and Other Wounds

Abstract

Researchers at the University of California, Davis have developed a biologic dressing derived from fish skin to enhance wound healing.

Full Description

This technology involves a method for preparing a biological bandage using fish skin, specifically designed for healing wounds such as burns. It harnesses the natural healing properties of fish skin, combined with a meticulous sterilization and preparation process, to create a biocompatible, efficient wound dressing suitable for both humans and animals.

Applications

• Hospital and clinical wound care for humans 
• Veterinary medicine for domestic and wildlife animals 
• Emergency medical services for first aid and trauma care 
• Long-term care facilities for pressure wounds and chronic injuries management

Features/Benefits

• Biocompatible and promotes cellular proliferation and tissue remodeling 
• Edible property makes it safe for use in veterinary applications 
• Reduces the risk of zoonotic diseases compared to conventional animal-based xenografts 
• Lower risk of immune reaction and rejection 
• Cost-effective compared to other biological and synthetic dressings 
• Protection of wounds from mechanical trauma and contamination 
• Overcomes the limitations of synthetic bandages and conventional xenografts 
• Addresses the scarcity and high cost of natural and synthetic collagen matrix substitutes 
• Provides a solution for treating severe tissue injuries that do not heal with standard care

Patent Status

Patent Pending